Eliminating corporate software piracy is one of SIIA’s biggest missions. Our members depend on our expertise when it comes to tracking down the organizations which, knowingly or not, shirk software license laws. Over the years, we’ve learned a lot about why and how organizations steal software. And next month, we’re giving you a chance to learn more about the underbelly of corporate piracy.
Keith Kupferschmid, who heads SIIA’s Anti-Piracy Department, will share his expertise in an online panel hosted by V.i. Labs. The webcast, taking place Wednesday, Feb. 16 at 11 am ET, will cover everything from geographic trends in software piracy to the impact of the recession on compliance.
Here’s a glimpse at Keith’s take on the average infringing organization:
Key Characteristics:
* Over 567 employees
* Average annual sales of $441 million
Most Common Industries:
* 12% IT
* 10% Healthcare
* 10% Education
* 7% Real Estate & Retail
* 6% Insurance
* 3-4% Finance/Telcom/Engineering/Media Publishing/Legal/Construction
Curious why an IT company with over 500 employees would risk getting caught pirating software? You’ll have to sign up for the free webcast to find out more.